Trip Planner

How to Ride

Welcome New Riders!

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Learning the System

Mountain Metro provides fixed-route bus service to Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak region. Navigating the local fixed-route bus system is easy if you know what to do. The following tips should help you feel prepared to take your first trip:

1) Locate your route number on the Transit System Map. The map shows where each bus route travels and intersects with connecting routes. Main transfer hubs and intersecting route numbers are included in the map legend for each route. For more detailed information, refer to the individual schedules under Route & Schedule Information.

Schedules are available on the buses or at Transit Administration - 1015 Transit Dr., or they can be printed from the PDF Schedules available online. Individual schedules show the following information: a) Names of major stops, which are called timepoints; b) Timetables; c) A map of the route indicating streets the bus travels and locations of major timepoints.

For additional help planning your trip, use the Route Planner, available on the left side of the Transit homepage.

2) Look for your bus stop. Mountain Metro bus stops are marked by rectangular purple "metro" signs. Be sure the bus driver can see you when you are at the stop.

3) Have your bus pass or exact cash fare ready when boarding the bus. The farebox does not make change, nor does the bus driver. If your trip requires a transfer, please ask the driver upon boarding. Mountain Metro transfers are free and are good for up to two hours. Transfers are only valid for one-way trips.

4) Pull the bell cord above or beside the window to signal the driver when you are ready to get off the bus. The driver will let you off at the next bus stop. When the bus comes to a complete stop, exit through the rear door. Riders in wheelchairs will need to use the ramp and exit out the front door.

5) Ask your driver if you need additional assistance with your trip.

Lost and Found

Lost and Found is located at Transit Administration, 1015 Transit Drive, and is open Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (with the exception of City holidays). Please call 385-RIDE (7433), option 4, for Lost & Found items. Found items are kept a maximum of 30 days. Please note: Mountain Metropolitan Transit is not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged property.

Fare Information

Transfers

If it takes more than one bus to reach your destination, ask the driver for a transfer as you board the bus. Transfers are free and issued upon request with a paid fare. Transfers are only good for two hours and three rides on one-way trips.